1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Maxi weights approximately 185 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (120 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | AX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
